Category Archives for "Health & Beauty"
March 29, 2013
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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5 Lessons from the Detox Your Personal Care Workshop
I recently hosted a Detox Your Personal Care Routine Workshop. While I was the facilitator, I also learned a lot during that workshop. 1. We buy personal care products with good intentions When we pick a product off the shelf and take it to the cashier, we are full of good intentions. We want to […]
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March 25, 2013
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Stressed Out? Try Volunteering
Volunteering is a good thing to do for your community, but did you ever stop to think that it could be good for you, too? Evidence shows volunteering can help reduce stress. In fact, when people take on volunteer positions, their stress levels are no longer detectible through a stress monitor. A 1990 study showed […]
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March 19, 2013
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Essential Oils for Frozen Shoulder
Because I can only sleep on my side, every so often I get a sore shoulder. But one day last week, my sore shoulder got worse. Much worse. It got so bad that I couldn’t take off a T-shirt by myself. I couldn’t lift anything with my left hand. And I woke up every hour […]
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March 16, 2013
How to Shop for Organic Makeup Brands
Those of us who strive to live eco-friendly, natural lifestyles usually only want to use products that are as pure, natural and toxin-free as possible. This search inevitably extends to our makeup, skin care, and other personal care products. It’s pleasantly surprising that a number of companies, albeit small, manufacture toxin-free, organic makeup and skincare. […]
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March 12, 2013
- in Green Home , Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Save Money on Organic Makeup Brands
Organic makeup and personal products are better for us and better for the environment than ordinary brands. But we all know they cost a lot more, too. What’s a budget-strapped, frugal Mom to do? If you’re committed to using non-toxic, natural products, there are ways to make your money go a little farther. Here are […]
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